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19th Century Chinese Opera Puppet
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Pagoda Red Collection #: DVC012
Keywords: Puppet, opera, China, Chinese, doll, folk art
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:c. 1850
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- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: DVC0121stDibs: U11031682001447
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